1959 MG MGA vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 760 kg more than 1959 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 MG MGA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1959 MG MGA | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | MGA | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2320 mm |